As the song goes… It's hot, hot, hot!!
August has had us in its sweltering grip like a Conga line dancing barefoot on a burning sidewalk, and coincidentally, the newest body of work to open early in the month of September is literally "Molten!"
Colleen Underwood: The Molten Coast
We're very excited to present Colleen Underwood's newest exhibit of Encaustic Paintings for the month of September. The show is aptly entitled "The Molten Coast," and for a good reason.
In Colleen's words:
The Molten Coast is my exploration of the coast being more than a place…it's a feeling. It is the sound of waves returning to the shore, the glow of evening light across the water, the warmth of sand beneath your feet, and the making of memories that linger long after the tide has ebbed.
Through encaustic painting, I layer oil pigment and melted beeswax to capture the ever-changing moods of the Maritime shoreline— its energy, stillness, colour and light.
Each painting is a memory, an impression, or a moment that caught my attention and stayed with me. The wax allows me to build depth and luminosity, creating surfaces that shift and reveal themselves slowly, much like the coast itself. I fuse each layer with a heat gun or blow torch, scrape back and allow texture and hidden colours to surface.
This collection is my invitation to pause, wander the shoreline with me, and perhaps find a memory of your own within the layers of wax and colour.
The show opens with a reception and meet the Artist on Wednesday evening, September 2nd, from 6 to 8 pm. The weather may be warm, but this work is extremely cool. So don't miss out!
Also on Display: Gillian Lazanik
We would also like to remind you to come see the beautiful work by our multi-medium artist Gillian Lazanik, our featured artist for the month of August. Her wonderful and much sought-after work is thought-provoking and a real treat for the senses.
Other Happenings Nearby
You might want to take in the Halifax Fringe Festival at the same time. The festival opens September 3rd and runs till the 13th — a celebration of independent performing arts featuring theatre, comedy, circus, and dance all across the city.
Don't forget the kids! There's a Kid-friendly Fringe happening at the Halifax Central Library from September 6th through to the 13th as well.
For this and many more fun happenings during September, check out discoverhalifax.com.
Free Parking Reminder
Remember the free parking available on weekends and holidays when you come down to see us — just across the street and one below at Emera Parking (Corner of Lower Water & Morris St.).
About Us
We are Art 1274 Hollis Gallery, a premier Artists Co-op featuring the work of over 20 local artists and artisans. We feature original paintings, fibre arts, jewelry, prints, pottery, ceramic art, fused glass art and giftware, and wool felted items.
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